1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 361 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Citroen Berlingo 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Berlingo Legacy
Year Released 1996 2009
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1074 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2680 mm